Jobs in Amersham | October 2024 Opportunities

Our client HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is an agency of the Ministry of Justice. HMCTS provides administrative support for the legal system across England and Wales, ensuring justice works for everyone. Our justice system defends our fundamental rights and freedoms. It is a cornerstone of our modern society and it must serve all those who call on it, when they call on it. From some of the most vulnerable people in our society, to families in crisis, claimants and commercial businesses - HMCTS has a responsibility to administer a justice system that is accessible to everyone and operates efficiently. A full time Contract opportunity at High Wycombe Courts. Initial contract until end of March 2025 with a view to extend. £11.44 per hour, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm\n Application Requirements: If successful, candidates must provide: o Identification: An in-date Passport or Birth certificate. o Proof of Residence: Two proofs of address. o National Insurance: Proof of National Insurance. o Registration Process: Complete registration forms and provide the last three years of referencing The Court Usher acts as an essential first point of contact for all the court users involved in hearings. There will be regular contact with the judiciary, assisting the administrative staff with the smooth flow of court work. You will meet members of the public and their legal representatives; prepare court /hearing rooms, and complete documentation, as well as ensuring the court runs smoothly and efficiently. You will also carry out some general clerical work as required to support the work of HMCTS. Although many of the tasks are straightforward, regulated by well-established guidelines and/or detailed instructions, an Usher needs to be prepared to react quickly and professionally to situations, some of which may be unexpected. You will be comfortable in dealing sensitively and professionally with people from all walks of life; many of whom may be vulnerable and under stress. Advice and support is readily available and there is little discretion to depart from standard procedures, which may well require you to take a firm stance when those procedures are not understood or welcomed by a court user. Ushers work within a team with regular management support and are responsible for their own time. Whilst initially you will be allocated to a specific court or office base Key Responsibilities, but will not be restricted, include: Administration " Collecting and delivering files and bundles to the judiciary and clerks ensuring they have the necessary papers " Providing support to colleagues & judiciary outside of court / hearing times " General clerical work, including use of computers and Switchboard " Filling out forms " Operating recording equipment and maintaining records of recordings of hearings " Sort and deliver lists of hearings for internal & external notice boards Correspondence " Completing standard forms, etc where the information is clearly defined. " Straightforward drafting such as acknowledgement and receipting, confirmations, court orders, warrants etc. Post Handling " Opening, sorting, distributing and dispatching post as required " Collecting and delivering post from appropriate offices Monitoring Stock " Ensuring Court rooms are supplied against requirements for relevant forms and stationary " Collecting and delivering stationary around the offices Data Entry and recording " Resulting, checking accuracy and completeness against guidelines or a proforma, straightforward money handling e.g. issuing jury payments, spending petty cash under instruction. Operating equipment " Office and court equipment e.g. computers, fax machines, scanners, photocopiers, switchboards, franking machines, messaging equipment, tape, and video recorders etc. Handling telephone calls " Answering standard enquiry\nBrook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.\n\nAs a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.\n\nShould you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. \n\nIn cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.\n\n

Are you ready to take your supply planning career to the next level? Join our client, a market leader in their industry, working with some of the world's leading brands! We are currently seeking a Supply Planner to join their successful team. Enjoy great benefits, a flexible working schedule, and a hybrid working model.\n \n: Supply PannerLocation: Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid, approx. 2 days WFH)Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00Salary: £35,000-£36,000 per annumContract: 12-18 Month Fixed-Term Contract\n \nAbout the Role: Our client in Hemel Hempstead has a vacancy for an experienced and detail-oriented Supply Planner to oversee all supply chain activities. This role will involve managing supplier relationships and collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders. You will ensure the smooth operation of supply activities, from planning and stock management to coordinating promotional events and distribution. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, be an effective communicator, and possess a proactive approach to problem-solving.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nOversee the inbound supply plan for the calendar year, ensuring efficient and effective stock flow\nEnsure accurate item allocation loading to support company sales targets and maintain supply assurance\nManage optimum stock levels across the network, tracking all clean-up and item activity\nConduct root cause analysis, manage escalations, and resolve issues with the engagement of all stakeholders\nHandle the transition management of items, ensuring minimal disruption\nPlan, manage, and execute key promotional events, including product launches and peak periods, coordinating all key stakeholders\nSchedule and lead regular review meetings with internal teams and external partners\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring timely and accurate information sharing\nCollaborate closely with Operations to schedule inbound deliveries and manage distribution activities efficiently and within budget\nAlign with internal teams to adapt to forecast changes and ensure consistent communication\nIdentify opportunities to optimise end-to-end management of item categories\n\n\nSkills and Experience Required:\n\nA positive, can-do attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving\nStrong team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills\nProven experience managing an end-to-end operational supply chain\nExperience in FMCG, Retail, or Food industries\nProcess-driven with a track record of managing change and driving continuous improvement\nAnalytical thinker with the ability to identify issues and lead effective resolutions\n\n\nWhat's on Offer:\n\nCompetitive salary of approximately £35,000\nHybrid working with 2 days working from home\nA dynamic and supportive work environment\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to take ownership of key supply activities and drive operational success. If you are an organised, detail-oriented Supply Planner with a passion for supply chain management, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now for this exciting fixed-term contract position\n\n\nPlease be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.\n\nTate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.\nTate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.